JetBlue Plus Credit Card Review
Key Takeaways
The JetBlue Plus card is a strong fit for travelers who fly JetBlue a few times per year or occasionally travel with family or companions. The $99 annual fee is relatively easy to justify thanks to perks like a free first checked bag for the cardholder and up to 3 companions on the same reservation. While the 60,000 (current special 70,000) point bonus is not among the highest airline offers available, the low spending requirement of $1,000 (currently $1,000) within 90 days makes it an easy and accessible way to quickly earn points toward future JetBlue flights.
Why This Card Could Be Right For You
For a modest $99 annual fee, the JetBlue Plus card offers several useful perks that can justify keeping the card long term, especially if you fly JetBlue at least once per year with companions or checked bags.
Cardmembers receive:
- 60,000 (current special 70,000) point bonus after spending $1,000 (currently $1,000) within 90 days
- 2x points on groceries and restaurants
- A free first checked bag for the cardholder and up to 3 companions on JetBlue-operated flights
- 5,000 anniversary points each year
- 10% points rebate on JetBlue award redemptions
- $100 statement credit after purchasing a JetBlue Vacations package
- 50% savings on inflight food and beverages
- Points Payback redemptions toward eligible purchases of $25 or more
The free checked bag benefit alone can quickly offset the annual fee for travelers flying with family or companions.
When The Usual Advice Doesn't Apply
Here are some scenarios where this card might not be suitable for you:
- You don't live in a city where JetBlue operates regular flights
- You're a light packer and don't generally check bags, making the free checked bag benefit less valuable for your travel style
What to Know About JetBlue TrueBlue
JetBlue is particularly attractive if you live in New York City and it’s a convenient hub to your frequent destinations.
- More limited routes that all run through one hub make it a less attractive utility airline option than American or Southwest.
- Points are relatively easy to collect with good transfer options and a nice airline. We just hate layovers.
How The JetBlue Plus Credit Card Fits In The JetBlue TrueBlue Ecosystem
The JetBlue Plus card occupies the middle tier of JetBlue's credit card lineup, offering good value for its $99 annual fee.
For those seeking premium benefits, the JetBlue Premier card costs $499 annually and is good for those who fly JetBlue frequently.
Its benefits include:
- 80,000-points after spending $5,000 within 90 days
- $300 TrueBlue statement credit good for purchases made through JetBlue's travel portal
- 15% points rebate on award flights
- 5,000 bonus points each anniversary
- 25 Tile Bonus each calendar year
- Group 3 boarding privileges
- TSA PreCheck/Global Entry credit
- Priority Pass Select Membership, including access to Priority Pass restaurants
On the lower end, the no-annual-fee JetBlue Card exists but offers minimal benefits and a substantially smaller sign-up bonus (60,000 (current special 70,000)-points). For those approaching 5/24 limits, the JetBlue Business card provides nearly identical benefits to the Plus card and might be worth considering if you qualify.
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JetBlue Plus Application Rules
Barclay will deny you for a seventh card if you have opened six new personal cards in the past 24 months.
Card approval not subject to 5-personal-cards-in-24-months rule
You're more likely to be declined on a Barclay application if you currently have a Barclay card that has not been used in the past 6 months
Best for Series
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